Off the Grid(ish)

Close-up of embroidered stitch journal panels, showing small nature scenes and a racoon with peaches.
Close-up of a carved block print showing insect and bird shapes in relief.
An illustration of a Greek-style takeout cup filled with art supplies, labeled “Happy Holidays from the Thinksorts.”
An illustration of a person holding a book titled “Off the Grid” in front of their face, with loose looping lines instead of a head, and a cup of coffee in their other hand.
A hand holding a glass of white wine in front of a printed passage about slowing down, with a lake and sky scene visible through the wine glass.

A zine from the analog dimension

December 2025

As tempting as it sounds to disappear into the wilderness right about now, we decided to stay put and channel our energy into making something special. 

For us, “off the grid” is less about going somewhere remote and more about tapping into the instincts that send people there: the urge to reconnect, pare things back, and make something with intention.

Off the Grid(ish) carries that spirit in its own way. It’s our collection of creative detours where handmade meets digital, and making for its own sake still matters. 

We hope it reminds you of the joy in slowing down, even just for a moment, and maybe inspires you to make something for yourself.

Nature’s Neighbors

Random Thoughts

Analog Mornings

Designicatessen

Pressed for Time

Musings

Movie Recs

Moments of Stillness

Shareables

Anchors

Backpack

Mommy Makes

Gridless Games

Mending

Day to Day

Stitch Journal

No two pages in this zine are alike—some polished, some playful, some a little offbeat. Together, they remind us that stepping off the grid looks different for everyone, but the joy of making connects us all.

Here’s to finding your own way to unplug, recharge, and celebrate this season. 

Happy Holidays from the Thinksorts.

Contributors:

Paulina - Nature’s Neighbors
Chris - Random Thoughts
Jay - Analog Mornings
Shelley - Designicatessen
Alissa - Pressed for Time
Ashley-Ann - Musings
Jordan - Moments of Stillness
Olive - Shareables
Kate - Anchors
Emily - Backpack
Maya - Mommy Makes
Audrey - Gridless Games
Chrissy - Mending
Jane - Day to Day
Elizabeth - Stitch Journal